software engineer Review

by Goldman Sachs

Rating

8.5/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • At work I will be primarily coding, participating in meetings and attending talks on a range of different topics.

    8/10
  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • Yes, soft skills such as networking, presentations, emails as well as technical such as Java, JS, Python, Databases

    10/10
  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

    • It can be challenging at times but is very rewarding and I have gained a lot from it.

    8/10
  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • It is clear what you will study throughout the 4 years and the skills you will gain.

    8/10
  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

    • Excellent services available

    9/10
  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

    • Good support available

    7/10
  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

    • I could not of done my role without the qualification and visa versa

    8/10
  • 8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

    • Yes, they have lots of networks such as the women's network and LGBTQ+

    10/10
  • 9a. Would you recommend Goldman Sachs to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • The people are great to work with, there is lots of support and the variety of work is immense.

  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Goldman Sachs?

    • Be open about your experiences and your drive for joining the company and apprenticeship

Details

Degree Apprenticeship

Finance

London

January 2020

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